Names that Peaked in 1880
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Lavonia
Lavonia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Lavinia, which has roots in Latin and Roman mythology as the name of the wife of Aeneas. Alternatively, it could be…
Redden
Redden is a masculine name with dual origins. It can be derived from an Old English surname meaning 'red-haired' or 'ruddy complexion,' referring to someone with reddish features. Alternatively, it…
Littie
Littie is a feminine name with American origins, likely emerging as a nickname that evolved into a given name in its own right. It possibly derived as a diminutive form of names containing 'lit'…
Lucina
Roman
"grove or light"
Lucina, deriving from Latin lucus "grove" and also associated with lux "light", is an epithet given in Roman mythology to the goddess Juno (and sometimes also Diana) in her role as goddess of…
Madora
Madora is a distinctive feminine name with possible Latin roots. It may be a variation of Madore or Madonna, or possibly derived from the Latin 'mater' meaning 'mother.' Some sources suggest it could…
Manervia
Manervia is an uncommon feminine name with possible roots in Latin or Greek origins. It may be a variant of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, and the arts. The name carries…
Agustus
Agustus is an alternative spelling of Augustus, a name with deep historical roots in ancient Rome. The name derives from Latin and means 'majestic,' 'venerable,' or 'revered.' The original Augustus…
Aurthur
Aurthur is a variant spelling of the classic masculine name Arthur, which has deep roots in Celtic, Roman, and medieval European history. While the traditional spelling connects to the legendary King…
Sannie
Sannie is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Dutch and Afrikaans communities, it functions as a diminutive of Susanna, meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' In Scottish usage, it can be a…
Tella
Tella is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Finnish, it relates to the verb "tellata" meaning "to order" or "to command," suggesting leadership qualities. In some Indian contexts,…
Ceylon
Place-name
Leans toward the feminine, but could work for boys too.
Chaney
French
"oak tree"
An appealing surname-name that sounds perfectly feminine, unless you consider the association to Vice President Dick.
Chrissie
Chrissie is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive of Christina or Christine, both derived from the Greek 'Christos' meaning 'anointed one.' Popular throughout the 20th century, particularly…
Harl
Harl is a concise masculine name with Germanic roots, possibly derived as a shortened form of names like Harley or Harlan, or from Old English 'hær' meaning 'army' or 'warrior.' This brief,…
Dayse
Dayse is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Daisy, which derives from the Old English word "dægeseage," meaning "day's eye," referring to the flower that opens at dawn. This…
Isam
Isam is a masculine name of Arabic origin, carrying multiple meanings depending on precise etymology. Most commonly, it derives from Arabic roots meaning 'protection' or 'guardian,' reflecting…
Elzada
Elzada is a feminine name of uncertain origin, though it may be a variant of Elsa or a unique elaboration of Elizabeth. This rare and distinctive name has an antique charm that evokes the Victorian…
Delia
Greek
"born on the island of Delos"
Delia is a somewhat neglected southern charmer that stands on its own but also might be short for Adelia or Cordelia. Delia's name is based on that of the Greek island of Delos, which in Greek myth…
Delle
Delle is a delicate feminine name that likely evolved as a diminutive form of names containing 'del' such as Adele, Adelaide, or Cordelia. It may also have origins as a surname or place name. With…
Alida
Diminutive of Adelaide
Alida had a brief flurry of popularity a hundred years ago but is rarely used today. But given the rise of so many names related to Adelaide and Adeline, Alida might be rediscovered.